A Century of British Cooking

Discover the culinary treasure of a bygone era with 'A Century of British Cooking' by the legendary Marguerite Patten, OBE. This hardback edition, reissued by Grub Street in honor of her legacy, bridges history and gastronomy. Spanning the decades of the 20th century, each chapter serves as a time capsule filled with traditional British recipes that have stood the test of time. From comforting classics to festive fare, this book is a must-have for any cooking enthusiast or history buff. With over 200 meticulously curated recipes and stunning illustrations in both color and black and white, this comprehensive guide sheds light on Britain’s evolving culinary landscape. Perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, 'A Century of British Cooking' not only celebrates the art of cooking but also honors Patten’s profound impact on British cuisine. Inspired by her extensive work, which includes over 170 cookery books and sales exceeding 16 million copies globally, this edition reflects her enduring influence as one of England's beloved culinary icons. Dive into this rich history and explore the flavors that have shaped British cooking for a century. Whether you’re looking to recreate nostalgic dishes or simply glean inspiration from the past, this book will transform your culinary adventures. Enhance your kitchen library with this essential cookbook that combines history and deliciousness.

Author: Marguerite Patten, OBE Publisher: Grub Street
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 185 x 240 mm
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 30-06-2015

2015 would have been the year the redoubtable Marguerite Patten celebrated her 100th birthday. Sadly, she died on the 4th June 2015, just five months short of her birthday. In her honour, Grub Street is reissuing a new edition of the first book we published by Marguerite back in 1999, her comprehensive Century of British Cooking. In this book, each chapter covers one decade of the 20th century giving both history and recipes. The entire book is illustrated throughout in colour and black and white. Marguerite Patten OBE wrote over 170 cookery books, sales of which amount to over 16 million worldwide. Her long and distinguished career, which began before the war, included regular appearances on radio and television, live and televised cookery demonstrations, lectures as well as extensive journalism and authorship of books and cookery cards. Marguerite was one of Britain’s best known and loved cookery writers and has often been described as England’s Cookery Queen. Ainsley Harriott dubbed her “the cookery icon of our times”. Her Century of British Cooking pulls together her life’s work, with over 200 recipes and is truly an important work of culinary history.